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Meaning of marksman
A person who is skilled in shooting, especially with a rifle.
Etymology of marksman
The word "marksman" has its roots in the 16th century, derived from the Old English words "mearc" (mark) and "mann" (man), originally referring to a person who shoots at a target or mark.
Synonyms
shooter
gunner
rifleman
sniper
sharpshooter
marksman
shooter
fighter
warrior
soldier
combatant
mercenary
gunman
assassin
hunter
trapper
tracker
outdoorsman
adventurer
explorer
archer
bowman
crossbowman
musketeer
artilleryman
cannoneer
bombardier
grenadier
commando
ranger
scout
guide
marksman
crackshot
deadeye
bullseye
expert
Definitions
- A person who is skilled in shooting, especially with a rifle.
- * A soldier or competitor who is skilled in shooting, especially with a rifle.
Usage Examples
- The army recruit proved to be a skilled marksman and was assigned to the special forces unit.
- * The hunter was a seasoned marksman and was able to bring down the deer with a single shot.
Antonyms
amateur
beginner
novice
rookie
inexperienced person
unskilled person
clumsy person
inept person
incompetent person
ineffective person
useless person
helpless person
ineffectual person
unproductive person
untrained person
unqualified person
unsuitable person
unfit person
incapable person
powerless person
weak person